Image Metadata Viewer
View image metadata, file size, dimensions, aspect ratio, and more. No data uploaded to any server.
Upload a JPG to see embedded EXIF metadata, camera, lens, shutter speed, GPS location, date taken. Your photo never leaves your browser.
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JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, any format
What Is Image Metadata?
Every digital image carries hidden information beyond the visible pixels. This includes file dimensions, format, file size, and modification date. Images from cameras and smartphones also embed EXIF data, camera model, lens, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and often GPS coordinates.
This viewer extracts the metadata your browser can access: file name, size, type, pixel dimensions, megapixel count, aspect ratio, and modification date. Everything runs in your browser, images are never uploaded to any server.
Common Metadata Fields
| Field | What It Tells You | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | Width × height in pixels | Print quality, display requirements |
| File Size | Storage space in KB or MB | Page load time, upload limits |
| File Type | Format (JPEG, PNG, WebP, etc.) | Compression type, transparency support |
| Megapixels | Width × height ÷ 1,000,000 | Quick resolution/quality indicator |
| Aspect Ratio | Proportional shape (e.g. 16:9, 4:3) | Cropping needs, layout compatibility |
| Last Modified | Date the file was last saved | Version tracking, file management |
Privacy Risks in Image Metadata
EXIF data from smartphones can reveal more than you'd expect. Here's what's typically embedded and who should care:
GPS coordinates
Embedded by default on most phones. Reveals exactly where a photo was taken, your home, workplace, school. Sharing a photo of your pet reveals your home address to anyone who reads the EXIF data.
Date and time
Reveals when a photo was taken. Combined with location, this creates a trackable timeline of your movements. Holiday photos confirm when your house was empty.
Device information
Camera model, software version, and sometimes a unique device serial number. Lower risk, but can identify the specific device that took a photo.
Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) automatically strip EXIF on upload. But personal websites, email, and file sharing services preserve it. Use our Metadata Remover before sharing images through these channels.
When Metadata Is Useful
- Checking print readiness: A 12-megapixel image prints well at A3. A 2-megapixel screenshot won't. Check dimensions before sending to print.
- Diagnosing web performance: A 5 MB hero image is killing your page speed. Check file size and format, maybe it should be a 200 KB WebP.
- Verifying source quality: A client sends you "high-res" images that are actually 640×480 upscaled to 3000px. Megapixel count tells you the original quality.
- Checking aspect ratio: Before cropping, check if the image is already the right ratio for your layout. A 16:9 image for a 16:9 hero banner? No cropping needed.
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How to use this tool
Upload a JPG or TIFF image with EXIF data
View camera settings, GPS location, and timestamps
Copy or export the metadata for your records
Common uses
- Checking camera settings used for a great photo
- Verifying the date and time a photo was taken
- Finding GPS coordinates embedded in travel photos
- Auditing metadata before sharing images publicly
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Frequently Asked Questions
What metadata can this tool show?
Can it read EXIF data like GPS and camera settings?
Are my images uploaded to a server?
What image formats are supported?
What do megapixels tell me?
Why should I check image metadata?
Does viewing metadata change the image?
What's the difference between file size and dimensions?
How do I remove metadata from an image?
Can I view metadata from multiple images at once?
What does aspect ratio tell me?
Why does the file size differ from what my OS shows?
Results are for general informational purposes only and should be checked before use. They are not professional advice. See our Disclaimer and Terms of Service.